Discover the Antonine Wall

Walk the wall, roam like the Romans, or just enjoy a few hours out. All the walks detailed in these pages are short and easy going.

 

The Antonine Wall was the northern frontier of the Roman Empire in Britain. Although the wall was 37 miles in length, from the River Forth to the River Clyde, you don't have to go far around the Falkirk area to see some of the best sections remaining today.

Access to the past

In the year 2000, Falkirk Council, in partnership with other organisations, celebrated the millennium by improving access to this amazing Roman defence built nearly 2,000 years ago. You can discover the Antonine Wall, set in attractive countryside, in five key locations.

 

The walks described in these pages are short, easy going and suitable for families with young children, and elderly or less able walkers. But please remember the paths go through parks and countryside and may not be as accessible as tarmac paths in towns.

 

Paths have been improved by:

• removing barriers such as steps and gates
• re-surfacing and drainage of some paths
• new seating, hand rails and signage to help you enjoy your walk

Which site to visit?

Simply read through the suggested walks and choose a walk that suits your own needs and abilities.

 

Some of the sites, such as Seabegs or Rough Castle, are relatively remote. Others, such as Polmont Woods and Tamfourhill, have fewer facilities. Callendar Park and Kinniel Estate, however, can offer the visitor much more.

 

You can choose from eight walks in six different locations. The walk descriptions include information on parking, path surfaces, gradients and facilities. Simply choose a section of the wall to visit depending on where you live and your own abilities.

 

 

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We hope you will enjoy exploring at least a few of the sections of the Antonine Wall.

Getting there

If you live nearby, you can access the walks by foot. Otherwise, you can find local transport information| on this site.

Getting around

Maps

Take a close look at the maps for each of the sites. These should be all you need to find the site and get around.

Signs

Look out for wooden sign posts and interpretation boards giving more information as you go along the path.

Please note

Due to the sensitivity of the Wall as an ancient monument, these paths are not suitable for horse riding or off-road cycling. Digging or excavation is not permitted.